We skate the second season in the amount of 175/70r13 on a grant. I can’t say anything about noise, because. soundproofing in the car leaves much to be desired. Compared to the previous oak cordiant, which released air through the spikes, this rubber is just fire. Pros: Handling, stopping distance, grip on packed snow and ice, softness Some cons: Very thin side. Even with a profile of 70, one tire became a total victim of a hole in the asphalt hidden under a spring puddle.